ABSTRACT
Social inclusion, in general terms, refers to processes through which individuals can be integrated into society and encompasses many aspects of government policy initiatives. Britton and Casebourne (2002) cite the Centre for Economic and Social Inclusion’s definition of broader aspects of social inclusion, which refers to:
the process by which efforts are made to ensure that everyone, regardless of their background, experiences and circumstances, can gain access to the services and facilities they need to achieve their own potential in life. To achieve inclusion, income and employment are necessary but not sufficient. An inclusive society is also characterised by a striving for reduced inequality, a balance between individuals’ rights and duties and increased social cohesion.
